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Alex Dudley

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Alex has covered huge sporting events for various websites and publications. He has attended football European Championships, Rugby League and Union World Cups, and the Paralympics. Alex is dedicated to giving the most insightful tips for VegasOdds readers and specialises in horse racing, soccer, golf and basketball.

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MLB Insight

American League Division Series: Guardians vs. White Sox Picks, Series Odds & Betting Analysis

The American League Division Series in the MLB gets underway between the Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox on October 3, as the Guardians will have home-field advantage for games 1, 2, and 5 in their bid to reach the next round. You can find our picks and the latest Guardians vs. White Sox series […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

MLB Insight

American League Division Series: Rays vs. Yankees Picks, Series Odds & Betting Analysis

The Playoff action in the MLB heats up at the start of October, as the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees gets underway at Tropicana Field on October 3. The Rays previously beat the Yankees in five games in the only previous postseason matches between the teams in […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

NHL: Best Picks Today — Canes, Red Wings & Golden Knights Provide Parlay Value

The opening week of the 2026 NHL season continues on Friday, October 2, as five regular season games are staged across North America. The Vegas Golden Knights will be in action at the T-Mobile Arena when they face the Anaheim Ducks, while the New York Rangers travel to the Detroit Red Wings. Find the NHL […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

American Pharoah Stakes Odds, Betting Preview, Insights & Santa Anita Picks (Oct 3)

One of the leading contenders for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile will be aiming to enhance his claims at the top of the betting in the G1 American Pharoah Stakes at Santa Anita on Saturday. Hughes will be a red-hot favorite for the Bob Baffert yard, but could there be a potential outsider at the odds […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Longchamp Picks for All Races This Weekend (Oct 3-4)

The highest-quality weekend of horse racing in Europe is staged on October 3 and October 4, as the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe headlines a two-day meeting at Longchamp. A total of eleven graded races will be run at the Paris venue across Saturday and Sunday, with each providing clues ahead of the 2026 Breeders’ […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Breeders’ Futurity Stakes Odds, Betting Preview, Insights & Keeneland Picks (Oct 3)

A significant weekend of horse racing action ahead of the Breeders’ Cup is set for this year’s host track, Keeneland, on Saturday. The high-quality card will be headlined by the prestigious G1 Breeders’ Futurity Stakes, which will be a key prep before the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile and next year’s Kentucky Derby. Find the latest odds […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Champagne Stakes Odds, Betting Preview, Insights & Belmont Park Picks (Oct 3)

Potential clues ahead of Future Stars Friday at the 2026 Breeders’ Cup will be on offer at Belmont Park on October 3, as the G1 Champagne Stakes sees a number of leading Juvenile contenders in action. Find the latest odds at the best horse racing betting sites and our Champagne Stakes picks here.        Champagne […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Alcibiades Stakes Betting Preview, Insights & Keeneland Picks (Oct 2)

One of the most important prep races ahead of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies will be run at Keeneland on October 2, as a field of eight contest the G1 Alcibiades Stakes. Find the latest odds available at the best horse racing betting sites and our Alcibiades Stakes picks here.       Alcibiades Stakes Odds Horse […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe 2026 Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Oct 4)

All eyes will be on the French racecourse of Longchamp this weekend, as the world’s most prestigious flat race takes center stage. The G1 Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe has been won by a plethora of greats throughout history, and last year’s champion, Daryz, will have his sights set on making more history in 2026. […]

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NHL Insight

NHL: Best Player Props Today — Hughes to Fire Devils to Victory?

An exciting opening week of the new season is set for the NHL, as the 2026 regular season will be in full swing by October 1. There will be a busy slate of games across North America on Thursday, including the New Jersey Devils hosting the Philadelphia Flyers and the Vancouver Canucks hosting the Edmonton […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Picks, Odds, and Betting Analysis

The Vancouver Whitecaps are back in MLS action on October 6, as they aim to extend their advantage at the top of the Western Conference standings. They will be heavily favored at the best soccer betting sites. You can find the latest MLS odds and our Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps picks here. Chicago Fire […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

UEFA Nations League Predictions: Best Bets, Odds & MD3 Picks (Oct 1-3)

The relentless international soccer calendar rolls on this week, as Matchday 3 in the UEFA Nations League gets underway on October 1. The USA will also be in action this week, as Mauricio Pochettino’s side take on Chile, and you can find our picks here.  However, for our best UEFA Nations League predictions and picks […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Formula 1 Insight

Bahrain Grand Prix Picks, Odds & Preview (Oct 4)

The second race weekend in succession on the Formula 1 schedule is set for this Sunday, as the Sepang Circuit in Malaysia hosts the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix. This race was originally meant to be staged at Sakhir, but the change was made due to the on-going conflict in Iran. You can find the latest […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Golf Insight

Lotte Championship Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Oct 1-4)

Competitive action on the LPGA Tour is set for this week, as the Lotte Championship takes place at Hoakalei Country Club in Hawaii. A competitive betting market is expected at the best golf betting sites and you can find our Lotte Championship picks here.  Lotte Championship Odds Player Odds Jeeno Thitkul +600 Miyuu Yamashita +600 […]

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Golf Insight

Alfred Dunhill Links Championship Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Oct 1-4)

The DP World Tour action continues this weekend, as the Carnoustie Golf Links, Kingsbarns Golf Links and the Old Course at St Andrews host the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. A high-quality field will be involved, headlined in the betting at the best golf betting sites by Matt Fitzpatrick. You can find the odds and our […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Golf Insight

Bank of Utah Championship Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Oct 1-4)

The PGA Tour action continues this weekend following Team USA’s victory in the 2026 Presidents Cup. A high-quality field will be in action at Black Desert Resort to compete in the Bank of Utah Championship, and the betting at the best golf betting sites sees Jackson Koivun listed as a strong favorite. You can find […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Nascar Insight

South Point 400 Picks, NASCAR Betting Odds & Betting Preview (Oct 4)

The fifth race of the Cup Series chase on the NASCAR Cup Series calendar is set for this Sunday, as Las Vegas Motor Speedway stages the South Point 400. Kyle Larson will have his sights set on back-to-back wins after landing the Hollywood Casino 400 last Sunday. You can find the latest NASCAR betting odds […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

MLB Insight

MLB Wild Card: Red Sox vs. Yankees Picks, Series Odds & Betting Analysis

A rematch of the Wild Card showdown between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox headlines the MLB postseason this week. The Yankees overcame the Red Sox in three games on home turf last year, and they will be hoping to repeat history against their fierce rivals this week. You can find the latest […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

MLB Insight

MLB Wild Card: Cubs vs. Padres Picks, Series Odds & Betting Analysis

A rematch of the Wild Card showdown between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres is set for the MLB postseason this week. The Cubs eventually came through a thriller against the Padres 12 months ago, but will the hosts gain revenge for that setback now that they have home-field advantage in 2026? Find the […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read